Medieval language contact: an analysis of the interaction between Old Norse and Old English in "Vikings"

The Vikings have inspired numerous multimedia readaptations, but since they did not use writing, information about their language is scarce. Therefore, the first aim of this work will be to analyse the historical sources from which the TV series Vikings takes its inspiration, focusing on the ways in which the Viking and Old English civilizations interacted in linguistic terms. Subsequently the different arguments in this regard will be proposed, analysed and commented on, as some argue for the creation of a pidgin and creole, others argue for mutual understanding, while some others for the presence of interpreters. In conclusion there will be a focus on the theory that the author of the series decided to represent and the motivations that led him to choose it.